Cosy Fireside Reading

if i were you
i would explore
the possibility
of being someone else
start
by reading the above book


if i were you
i would explore
the concept of ethics
by adopting a moral code
not too supple or flexible
one that has defined boundaries




if i were you
i would explore reasons
for not using
your professional training
to  exploit the vulnerabilities
of potential victims to feed
your arrogance and narcissism






if i were you
i would explore other ways of using your technical prowess
instead of  gathering private and personal information
on  internet users who spark your interest
recognise your crude portrayal of women
as misogyny and face your demons

if i were you
i would not write a poem like this
for fear of toppling the apple cart
and having it fall on me

maybe if i were you
everything would be easier
but then i wouldn't be me